Group I:

4 med. onions, chopped
2 lg. green peppers, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

Group II:

2 (28 oz.) cans crushed tomatoes
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. oregano
1 tbsp. chili OR 1/2 tsp. chile powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
Black pepper
1 bay leaf

Group III:

1 c. cashews
1 c. raisins
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. red wine vinegar

Group IV:

4 carrots, chopped

Group V:

1 (15 oz.) canned corn
3 c. canned kidney or pinto beans

In a big pot with lid, saute items in Group I in a little oil until onions are transparent. Add items in Group II plus 1 can water. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add items in Group III. Simmer 10 minutes. Add items in Group IV. Simmer 30 minutes. Add items in Group V. Simmer 20 minutes. You can serve it over brown rice. Use bowls and enjoy!